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HJ 119 — Commending Blue Ridge Baptist Church.
Last action — Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ119ER)
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Summary
Commending Blue Ridge Baptist Church.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
23 added · 31 removedPlain-language change summary
The recent changes to House Joint Resolution No. 119 commend Blue Ridge Baptist Church on its 150th anniversary. The bill now includes details about the church's origins as one of the only Black churches in the Blue Ridge region and emphasizes the significant contributions of various pastors throughout its history. This acknowledgment matters because it highlights the church's cultural and historical importance in the community, celebrating its legacy and impact over the years.
SESSION INTRODUCEDENROLLED 24104390D HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO.
119 IE Offered February 1, 2024 N Commending Blue Ridge Baptist Church.
TN ––––––––––Agreed Patrons––Rasoul,to Austinby andthe McNamaraHouse Rof WHEREAS,Delegates, forFebruary 1505, years,2024 BlueR RidgeAgreed Baptistto Churchby ofthe BotetourtSenate, CountyFebruary has8, provided2024 itsO members with uplifting spiritual guidance, occasions for joyful worship, and opportunities for generousDgenerousrs L community outreach;
and L WHEREAS, starting in a one-room, log building in 1873, Blue Ridge Baptist Church was one of the onlyE BlackonlWHEREAS, churchesBlue Ridge Baptist Church was relocated to its current church building in the1977 BlueD Ridgefollowing regiona forcapital manycampaign years;organized by pastor William B.
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and WHEREAS, several accomplished pastors have led the congregation at Blue Ridge Baptist ChurchD over the years and worked to ensure the church's prosperity and longevity, including William B.
and WHEREAS, over the past 150 years, Blue Ridge Baptist Church has been a spiritual home for the 1 many individuals who have sought community and a greater sense of purpose within its walls;
now, therefore,9 betheRESOLVED it RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby JR commend Blue Ridge Baptist Church of Botetourt County as its congregation celebrates the church's 150th anniversary;
and, be iturchit of Botetourt County as its congregation celebrates the church1s RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution9 for presentation to Marcus Huffman, pastor of Blue Ridge Baptist Church of Botetourt County, as an expression of the General Assembly's admiration for the church's history and its contributions to the Commonwealth.
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Action History
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Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ119ER)
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Agreed to by Senate by voice vote
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Laid on Clerk's Desk
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Received
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Agreed to by House by voice vote
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Engrossed by House
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Presented and laid on Speaker's table 24104390D
Sponsors
- Sam Rasoul · Primary
- Terry L. Austin · Cosponsor
- Joseph P. McNamara · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
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Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (2)
Not signed on (145)
145 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HJ 119 do?
- Commending Blue Ridge Baptist Church.
- Who sponsors HJ 119?
- HJ 119 is sponsored by Sam Rasoul, Terry L. Austin, and Joseph P. McNamara.
- What is the current status of HJ 119?
- This bill died with 2024 Regular Session. It reached “Passed House of Delegates” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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